Hypopneas and periods of 4% oxygen desaturation are present for more than 5 minutes. What should be done?
Which sleep disorder involves the temporary inability to mov…
Which sleep disorder involves the temporary inability to move or speak while falling asleep or waking up?
Confusional arousals are most commonly seen during which sle…
Confusional arousals are most commonly seen during which sleep stage?
Which sleep disorder is linked to abnormal behavior during t…
Which sleep disorder is linked to abnormal behavior during the REM sleep phase?
During a bilevel PAP titration with a setting of 17/13 cm H2…
During a bilevel PAP titration with a setting of 17/13 cm H2O, the patient exhibits two obstructive apneas over the course of 7 minutes. Neither of these events is associated with an arousal. The technologist’s BEST immediate response would be to:
BPAP is useful for patients who cannot tolerate continuous p…
BPAP is useful for patients who cannot tolerate continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) or who complain of trouble exhaling during CPAP therapy.
What is the duration of the period of no sleep in an MSLT?
What is the duration of the period of no sleep in an MSLT?
Which patients are the most suitable candidates for oral app…
Which patients are the most suitable candidates for oral appliance therapy?
What is the role of Peripheral Arterial Tonometry (PAT) in s…
What is the role of Peripheral Arterial Tonometry (PAT) in sleep assessment?
Which stage of sleep is characterized by high-amplitude, slo…
Which stage of sleep is characterized by high-amplitude, slow-wave activity?